Diara Stubbs
DCIA
Washington,DC
6
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Jr IT Professional with foundational experience with networking, system configuration, security and troubleshooting. Skilled in building and maintain small network environments such as Cisco and Wireshark. Demonstrates strong problem solving abilities, technical aptitude, and commitment to developing skills in network infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Work History
Jr Network Engineer Intern
4 Months- Follow network security best practices in lab based environments
- Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications
- Monitored and tested network performance, provided network performance statistics and reports
- Ensure network connectivity to all end and intermediary devices
- Configured and maintained network infrastructure to support organizational operations.
- Monitored network performance, identifying and resolving connectivity issues proactively.
Jr Cybersecurity Analyst Apprentice
5 Months- Safeguards information assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems.
- Proactively monitor the environment to detect and implement steps to mitigate cyber-attacks before they occur.
- Monitor online security-related resources for new and emerging cyber threats
- Analyzed network traffic to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.
- Developed and implemented security policies to enhance organizational compliance.
Barista
4 Years 7 Months- Performed high-volume, fast-paced customer service operations during peak hours
- Operated POS systems and handheld cash and digital transactions accurately
- Managed inventory restocking and maintained product availability
- Resolved customer concerns professionally and efficiently
- Collaborated with team members to ensure operational efficiency and service quality
It Help desk
6 Months- Provide front line support by assisting users with troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated technical information clearly to individuals from diverse backgrounds and experience levels
- Manages multiple requests simultaneously while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
- Documented customer interactions and maintained accurate service records for tracking and follow-up purposes
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to resolve time-sensitive technical issues efficiently.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Network troubleshooting
Operating Systems: Windows
Mac
Linux
Network Security
IP addressing
Hardware installation
Timeline
Jr Network Engineer Intern
DCIA
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Jr Cybersecurity Analyst Apprentice
TCA
05.2025 - 10.2025Read More
It Help desk
CSW
05.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Barista
Starbucks
01.2021 - 08.2025Read More
Duke Ellington School of The Arts
High School Diploma
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Networking Operational Skillset
- Configure and troubleshoot basic LANs using routers, switches, and end devices
- Implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes in small network environments
- Apply Cisco Packets Tracer for network simulation and troubleshooting scenarios
- Diagnose and resolve basic connectivity and configuration issues
- Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting end user workstation hardware, and peripheral devices
- Develop analytical and critical thinking skills through hands-on technical exercises
Education Training Certifications
- DCIA: CCST, CCNA
- Comptia, Security+, A+
Skills And Qualifications
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, OneDrive, OSI Model, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, UDP, ICMP, Subnetting, VLSM, CIDR, IOS, CEF, LAN, WAN, VLAN, Dot1q, Trunk, DTP, EtherChannel, PagP, LACP, STP, RSTP, Routing concepts, Static Routing, OSPR, IPSEC, GRE, VPN, Site-to-Site VPN, Remote Access VPN, HSRP, SNMP, Netflow, Syslog, NTP, DHCPv4, DHCPv6, SLAAC, DNS, NAT, PAT, QoS, Cisco router, Cisco Switches, L3 Switches, Telnet, SSH, FTP, TFTP, WLAN, WLAN Controller (WLC), Access-Point (AP), Lightweight Access-Point (LWAPP), WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 authentications method, TKIP, AES encryption methods, Authentications with AAA Radius Server, LDAP, SAML, OAuth, SSH, SFTP, SCP, SNSMPv3, Netflow, SMTP, Windows, Unix/Linux/Ubuntu, MAC OS, Firewalls, Antivirus, HIDS, IDS/IPS, proxy, WAX, Putty, Wireshark, Solarwinds, HTML, Python, Bash